Kyoto Arashiyama Chopstick Making Workshop

5 (369 reviews) Kyoto 1 hour Up to 30 English, Japanese

About this tour

Create your own wooden chopsticks in a hands-on workshop in Kyoto’s Arashiyama district. Learn about the cultural significance of chopsticks in Japan and take home a unique souvenir.

Highlights

  • Choose from 12 types of wood with different aromas, colors, and hardness
  • Take home a handmade souvenir
  • Fluent English guidance
  • Tips for Must-See Spots in Arashiyama
  • Learn about chopstick culture in Japan

What's included

  • Chopstick making workshop
  • Choose from over 12 types of wood (3 types is included free of charge.)
  • Make your own personalized chopsticks
  • All tools and materials provided
  • English-speaking staff

Not included

  • The other high-grade woods

Quick facts

Start times
9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 13:00 13:30 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:30 16:00 16:30 17:00 17:30 18:00 18:30
Minimum age Ages 6+
Difficulty Easy

Meeting point

Chopsticks Studio Kyoto, Kyoto

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Guest Reviews

5.0 (369 reviews)
Cecilie B
A really good experience

And very friendly staff.

Cecilie B
Mathilde Elisab... N
Really nice experience

Nice people who can speak good English!

Mathilde Elisab... N
Pelvmi
Fun and rewarding experience

Making my own chopsticks! My instructor Chiqui was really great at explaining the steps and easy to talk to. Definitely recommend!

Pelvmi
Tomasz R
Very nice experience

Not that easy job, especially when you choose hard wood. But chopsticks come finally very elegant … with help of the staff. Special thanks to Shino who was very patient, helpful and positive.

Tomasz R
Loretta
Amazing experience!!

Must do in Kyoto. Chiqui was amazing, so kind, friendly and helpful 🤍

Loretta
Mavis H
Chiqui is amazing

She showed us from beginning to end and is very patient. Highly recommend.

Mavis H
Камила Б
Everything went well

It was ok!

Камила Б
Giampiero E
Kids enjoyed this workshop

Our sons and daughter enjoyed a lot this workshop under Hinata and Shino’s leading.

Giampiero E
Chiara
Really nice experience to do!

Chiara
愛海 佐
I had a great experience

The knowledgeable staff are kind enough to teach you. I want to come and make it again.

愛海 佐

Reviews sourced from TripAdvisor